Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: New Vehicle Break-In
Caution
The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:
- . Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle.
- . Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings.
Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased.
Ignition Positions
The ignition switch has four different positions.
To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be in ON/RUN and the regular brake
pedal applied.
1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ OFF): When the vehicl ...
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Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
If equipped, LDW is intended to help avoid unintentional lane departures at speeds
of 56 km/h (35 mph) or greater. LDW uses a camera sensor to detect the lane markings.
The LDW indicator, , appears green if
a lane marking is detected. If the vehicle departs the lane, the indicator will
chang ...
Electric Power Steering
The vehicle has electric power steering. It does not have power steering fluid.
Regular maintenance is not required.
If power steering assist is lost due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered, but may require increased effort. See your dealer if there is a problem.
If the steerin ...
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement (LUV)
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning.
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Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Fasteners (Qty: 4)
Caution: Refer ...
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